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Peter Romeo

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Leadership

Ken Cole, past CEO of Damon's and Sizzler, dies at age 70

The West Virginia native spent almost his whole life in the restaurant industry, starting with Jerry's and most recently operating his own concept.

Financing

North Carolina's Supreme Court rules insurers are liable for restaurants' COVID losses

The decision undermines insurers' argument that coverage applies only in instances where a business suffers physical damage.

Workforce

California starts cracking down on heat-rule scofflaws

Government Watch: The state's version of OSHA has fined a local company nearly $300,000 for lapses like failing to provide water and shade.

Workforce

Los Angeles approves a $30 hourly wage for airport restaurant workers

The minimum wage will rise to that level in increments by 2028, in time for the Olympics. Workers at several dozen hotels around LAX will also be entitled to the higher wage.

Workforce

6 anvils likely to dangle over restaurateurs' heads in 2025

Everyone has a conviction about what’s ahead for the industry in the New Year. But it’s the uncertainties—the what-ifs—that should be top of mind.

Leadership

Donald Trump is said to be considering Tilman Fertitta for a big job

If the Houston billionaire is appointed ambassador to Italy, who'll oversee his 600-restaurant and sports empire?

Food

How much updating can Chi-Chi's stand without losing its soul?

Restaurant Rewind: The Mexican pioneer is promising to return in a more contemporary version. A look back at its heyday suggests that’ll be a challenging transformation.

Marketing

For some struggling restaurant chains, boosting traffic is a new game

Concepts as different as Dickey's and Dave & Buster's are embracing new arcade-like attractions to bolster sagging sales and traffic.

Leadership

Chris Morris resigns as CEO of Dave & Buster's

The eatertainment company acknowledged that it'd been searching for a replacement for months. Chairman Kevin Sheehan is serving in the top job until a permanent successor is hired.

Workforce

Operators of LAX restaurants face a $30 hourly wage

A proposal slated to be considered by Los Angeles' City Council would mandate a similar raise over the next four years for some hotel workers.

Workforce

Restaurateurs say Trump's pick for Labor should be a plus for the business

Working Lunch: Yes, Lori Chavez-DeRemer has been pro-labor, but she also knows firsthand what goes into running a small business.

Marketing

Here are the worst pitches for coverage we fielded in 2024

Reality Check: We appreciate all the assistance that was offered for developing stories. Some far, far more than others.

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